French drivers are driving longer distances in electric vehicles this summer, with fewer stops at charging stations, according to data from Chargemap, a company that maps and tracks EV charging points. Between July 1 and August 31, 2026, the average planned trip length reached 416 kilometers, an 11% increase compared to 375 kilometers recorded in 2021. This suggests that electric vehicles are becoming more practical for longer journeys, which was previously a challenge due to limited charging infrastructure. In France, over one in four trips now involves a route of at least 500 kilometers, showing a growing confidence in the range of electric vehicles. The average number of recommended charging stops per trip has also decreased, from just over two stops in 2021 to 1.88 stops in 2026. This improvement is partly due to advancements in route planning software, such as Chargemap's new planner, introduced this summer. The software helps optimize routes by eliminating unnecessary stops, reducing both the time and cost of charging by up to 21%. Public charging station activity has also seen a significant rise. Actual recharging events at public stations increased by 54.2% compared to 2025, with the highest activity recorded during the week of August 10 to 16, 2026. This surge in usage highlights the increasing adoption of electric vehicles and the growing demand for reliable and accessible charging infrastructure. These trends indicate that electric vehicles are becoming a more viable option for long-distance travel in France, supported by better planning tools and expanding charging networks. As drivers become more comfortable with the technology and infrastructure continues to improve, the shift toward electric mobility appears to be accelerating.